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Excess weight is not only an aesthetic issue. It is often accompanied by other serious health problems such as diabetes, hypertension, joint pain, and even sleep disorders. In these cases, bariatric surgery becomes a new beginning for thousands of people, restoring their quality of life and self-confidence.

At the “Vardanants” Center for Innovative Medicine, gastric reduction surgery, or bariatric surgery, is performed exclusively with the goal of restoring the patient’s health.

Not a Cosmetic, but a Medical Intervention

According to Dr. Hakob Shmavonyan, Head of the Surgical Department, this procedure should not be confused with plastic or corrective surgeries:
“Our operations are performed on the digestive tract—based on strict medical indications and only in cases of obesity.”

What Results to Expect?

Within the first year after surgery, patients lose up to 70% of their excess weight.
“For example, if a person has 70 kg of excess weight, then within 6–12 months after surgery they lose about 70% of that weight. Further results depend on lifestyle and healthy habits,” notes bariatric surgeon Dr. Hakob Shmavonyan.

Who Is Eligible?

Bariatric surgery is recommended for people with a body mass index (BMI) over 35, especially when accompanied by other diseases.

Fast Recovery with Long-Term Results

The surgery is performed laparoscopically, which means small incisions, minimal pain, and a quick recovery. As a result:

• blood pressure normalizes,
• joint pain decreases,
• blood sugar level stabilizes,
• mobility and quality of life improve.

Bariatric surgery at “Vardanants” is not just a path to weight loss, but also a way to restore health.